In this episode of *It’s Good to See You: Eye Health, Vision Care & More*, Dr. Rupa Wong, board certified pediatric ophthalmologist, discusses how parents and teachers can spot early signs of vision problems in children. As kids head back to school, their vision plays a critical role in academic performance and overall well-being. Dr. Rupa breaks down common vision issues, the key warning signs to look for, and the importance of early detection in ensuring your child’s success both in and out of the classroom.

**Key Takeaways**:

- **Why Vision Matters for Learning**: Vision is critical to classroom success—around 80% of learning is visual, making healthy eyes essential for academic achievement.

- **Common Vision Problems in Children**: Myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), astigmatism, amblyopia (lazy eye), and strabismus (crossed eyes) are the most common issues that can impact a child’s ability to learn.

- **Signs to Watch For**: Parents and teachers should look out for children squinting, sitting too close to the board, excessive blinking, frequent headaches, and avoiding reading or close-up work.

- **The Importance of Early Detection**: Catching and treating vision issues early can prevent long-term problems, improve academic performance, and even enhance a child’s confidence in school.

**Statistics Mentioned**:

- 1 in 4 children has an undiagnosed vision problem that may impact their learning.

- Myopia affects about 42% of children aged 5-17, and its prevalence is increasing due to factors like increased screen time and reduced outdoor activity.

**Tips for Parents**:

- Schedule regular comprehensive eye exams for your child, especially before the school year starts.

- Follow the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break to look at something 20 feet away to reduce eye strain.

- Pay attention to any changes in your child’s behavior or academic performance that could signal a vision issue.

**Resources Mentioned**:

- American Academy of Ophthalmology recommendations for children’s eye exams.

- Study from *Ophthalmology* on the rising prevalence of myopia in children.

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Have you ever wished you had your own personal genie to handle your endless to-do list? Ever fantasized about duplicating yourself so you could be in two places at once? What if I told you that while magic carpets and cloning might be out of reach, there’s a real-world solution that can get you pretty close?

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the magic of outsourcing—how hiring a virtual assistant or in-person help can transform your daily grind into a well-oiled productivity machine. Get ready to learn about the top 10 tasks I delegate to maximize my time, tackle my goals, and maintain sanity in the whirlwind of professional and personal life

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Do women really need to worry about heart health? And, how do hormones and pregnancy and menopause influence your heart?

In today's episode, I'm joined by cardiologist, Dr. Hafiza Khan. From diet to exercise, pregnancy to menopause, we're talking about exactly what women can do to keep our hearts healthy.

Questions? We'd love to answer them on an upcoming podcast. Email us at hello@drrupawong.com

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Physician and mom of 3, Dr. Rupa Wong discusses 3 strategies she employs to disconnect and unplug from devices and phones to create intentional space (and set a good example for her kids).  

This episode is a must listen for every person, whether you're a professional working mom or a single adult, who feels too tied to their phones and would like tips to limit their personal connectivity at home.  Disconnecting from your phone allows you better work-life balance and the eventual realization that things don't fall apart if you simply don't answer that text!

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Causes for burnout for women in medicine

• Microagressions
• Gender pay disparity
• Gender biases in the workplace

We also dicuss 4 actionable strategies for learning how to prioritize yourself to prevent burnout.

1. Be patient with yourself as you learn to take time for yourself.

2. Schedule your self care into your To Do list.

3. Say no (get my say no checklist here: www.drrupawong.com/say-no) and tolerate the associated feelings that arise with saying no

4. Recognize that taking breaks makes you more productive in the long run (if it feels self indulgent).

Positive psychology studies have shown that these 3 things lead to happiness:

1. Do something you're skilled at

2. Have meaningful relationships.

3. Perform activities you enjoy.

Which of these 3 buckets needs attention? That's how you should practice your self care to prevent burnout

Harvard Business Review article we discuss in the episode: Why So Many Women Physicians Are Quitting?

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Wonder which direction you should take with your career? Should you choose a path associated with a "better lifestyle" or one you feel passionately about? Host, Dr. Rupa Wong discusses how she chose her specialty of ophthalmology and questions to consider when choosing your own direction. This episode is for those who are in the early stages of career planning and for those contemplating a career shift as well.

• Regard your choice as a journey, not a destination
• Examine the types of things that bring you joy in your leisure time so that your career choice will align with your personality and passions
• Whatever you chose, make sure that you enjoy the most mundane aspect of it as well (and not just the flashy stuff)
• It's never too late to pivot, you can always change paths

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Are you in health care and considering going concierge? Host, Dr. Rupa Wong is joined by Dr. Lisa Wong, endocrinologist in practice for 20 years who made the pivot to concierge medicine 4 years ago.

In this episode, we explore the driving force behind her decision to switch her practice to a concierge model, shifts she needed to make in her mindset along the way. the nitty gritty of how she made this pivot and how it impacted her work-life balance.

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Ever noticed how tough it is to make friends as a working woman? Host, Dr. Rupa Wong discusses why that is - she reviews the 3 conditions that many sociologists indicate is important in the development and maintenance of friendships:

1. Proximity

2. Repeated, unplanned interactions

3. Authentic sharing

She also shares her personal struggles when she moved from Boston to Hawaii 14 years ago and 4 tips for finding and maintaining friendships.

1. Staying Open to Being Connected

2. Learning to Prioritize the Friendship

3. Sharing Without Reservation

4. Not Discounting Virtual Friends

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Join host, Dr. Rupa Wong and guest, Dr. Arghavan Salles, a fellowship trained minimally invasive and bariatric surgeon from Stanford as they discuss the gender bias that still exists in medicine.

In addition to being a skilled surgeon, Dr. Salles also has her PhD in education from Stanford. Her research focuses on gender equity, diversity, inclusion and well being. She has written and spoken about her experiences being a COVID frontline worker with Newsweek, NBC and CBS. She has numerous publications and has given over 80 national and international talks.

Today, we are discussing:

• Implicit bias that still exists in the medical field
• Navigating societal expectations and the emotional and mental toll that this takes on women
• Manels and what we can do to combat them
• Strategies such as sponsorship and enlisting upstander help to begin to appoint more qualified women into positions of leadership in departments
• Putting your female colleagues forward for awards, speaking opportunities and leadership positions

Take the Implicit Association Test here: https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.html

Article we discuss in episode on patient outcomes with a male vs. female surgeon: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamasurgery/article-abstract/2786671

Connect with Dr. Salles:

Website: www.drarghavansalles.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/arghavan_salles?lang=hi

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arghavansallesmd

Find Dr. Rupa Wong here:

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Women's Medical Conference:

www.pinnacleconference.org

Have a question you want answered on Friday Mornings with Dr. Rupa? Call and leave a voicemail at

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In this episode, physician, business owner and working mom to 3 kids, host, Dr. Rupa Wong discusses her ADHD journey and the systems she implemented through college and medical school to achieve academic success. If you have ADHD, you may remember that feeling of being unable to sustain focus or attention during college or graduate school. Or always losing things. Or being so overwhlmed with a complete lack of organization. It is possible to suceed with ADHD and Dr. Wong hopes to encourage those students and their parents with that hope.

She also shares how she employs these strategies with my middle school son, who also has inattentive ADHD. 

In this episode, we talk abouut

• Telltale signs Dr. Wong's child psychiatrist mother noticed about her when younger
• Time Boxing
• The essentials of a dry erase board
• Chunking
• Prioritization

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Welcome to Friday mornings with Dr. Rupa. Each month, I'll answer your questions about navigating work-life balance, handling 3 kids, being a boss or whatever else is on your mind. To leave a message call 919-228-8330 and I may answer your question for a future episode.

Today's episode is about leaving a toxic work employed position and opting to become an independent contractor for another physician.  There are so many ways to practice medicine, but it's important to do your due diligence so that decisions are made thoughtfully and armed with knwoledge.

Tune in to hear me share my advice  for this caller's situation.

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• Why she still practices medicine
• Perserverance past obstacles
• Being a role model for her daughters
• The ever present Mom guilt
• Why so many women are well are suited for entrepreneurship

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(919) 228-8330

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In this episode, we dive deep:

• The biggest mindset shift when outsourcing is the recognition that time is your most valuable resource and not money
• Letting go of the guilt that you aren't doing it all
• 5 actionable steps you can take to begin outsourcing and freeing up more time for yourself now to achieve work-life balance and harmony.

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For 2022, I will be starting a new monthly series on this podcast - Friday Morning Q&A. If you need help navigating work-life balance, working mom hacks, personal/professional growth or being a boss, leave a message at (919) 228-8330 and I’ll answer one question each Friday morning.

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Have you ever been at work and advocated for yourself, or put forth a new idea, only to be told you were being too aggressive? Or maybe when you're being collaborative and supportive, your boss tells you that you lack leadership presence?

This is known as the double blind - specifically the contradictory expectations placed on women to be assertive but not too aggressive and to be nurturing but not lacking in leadership qualities.

We've all been there and today I'm sharing 3 tips for starting to overcome this in your workplace

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We discuss misconceptions about therapy why it's always good to work on ourselves and the importance of starting therapy before you reach a crisis point.

Dr. Haynes is a perinatal psychiatrist which means she focuses on optimizing and improving the mental health of women on their journey to motherhood, a key stressful transition point for many women

Find Dr. Haynes:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.nichellehaynes/

For her mental health wellness activity book: https://explorealuma.com

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Join host, Dr. Rupa Wong, as she discusses the secret to staying motivated and shares how she lost motivation with the holidays.

In this episode, we dive deep:

• Habits precede motivation. Setting routines and developing habits, help keep you motivated, so you aren't dependent on the "feeling motivated" to exercise or complete tasks
• Setting implementation intentions helps to create a plan that encourages follow through
• How an atomic or key habit can change your entire routine

2 amazing books worth reading:

Atomic Habits by James Clear. https://amzn.to/3r0i7tr

The Power of Habit by Charles Duhiig. https://amzn.to/3u3b9FU

For 2022, I will be starting a new monthly series on this podcast - Friday Morning Q&A. If you need help navigating work-life balance, working mom hacks, personal/professional growth or being a boss, leave a message at (919) 228-8330 and I’ll answer one question each Friday morning.

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Welcome to Friday mornings with Dr. Rupa. Each week, I'll answer your questions about navigating work-life balance, handling 3 kids, being a boss or whatever else is on your mind. To leave a message call 919-228-8330 and I may answer your question for a future episode.

Today's episode is about finding a mentor and difference between a mentor and sponsor.

Tune in to hear me share my experiences and advice with both.

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In this episode, host Dr. Rupa Wong is joined by physician, Dr. Amy Shah, author of the "I'm So Effing Tired' an expert on circadian rhythms, intermittent fasting and nutrition.  Because many of us can't even begin to think about the concept of work-life balance until we begin managing our energy levels.

We dive deep into:

• The science behind intermittent fasting
• Is intermittent fasting safe for women? (and where that misconception that it's not came from)
• 3 easy ways to boost your energy (and one of them is sunlight)

To learn more about Dr. Amy Shah, check out her website below.

www.amymdwellness.com

Find her on Instagram at: www.instagram.com/fastingmd

And purchase her book, named by Fortune as one of the Top 5 Business Books of 2021: https://amzn.to/3fekC4z

For 2022, I will be starting a new series on this podcast - Friday Morning Q&A.

If you need help navigating work-life balance, working mom hacks, personal/professional growth or being a boss, leave a message at (919) 228-8330

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Instead of setting a New Year’s Resolution, consider setting an implementation intention. In this episode, host, Dr. Rupa Wong, discusses:

• The feelings that can be associated with not meeting your 2021 goals (to perform your year end review, grab my free downloadable workbook here: www.drrupawong.com/review
• How stating an intention to implement a certain behavior makes you 2-3 times more likely to follow through
• Focusing on the journey and not just the end goal 
• Creating an If, Then statement to handle obstacles in advance

If ____________________________  Then ___________________________

For 2022, I will be starting a new series on this podcast - Friday Morning Q&A. If you need help navigating work-life balance, working mom hacks, personal/professional growth or being a boss, leave a message at (919) 228-8330 and I’ll answer one question each Friday morning.

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When we hear 'year end review' we automatically think of the type when you either give or receive feedback regarding job performance - strengths and areas to improve upon. But, a personal year end review gives us a chance to gain insight from our accomplishments and our missed opportunities over the past 12 months. Host, Dr. Rupa Wong discusses 5 questions to ask yourself when performing your year end review - whether it's personally or professionally.

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Taking vacation when you are a small business owner can be challenging. Not only do you have to worry about finances and operations of a private practice when no income is being generated, but also ensuring that your patients are being well cared for in your absence. Host, Dr. Rupa Wong, discusses how you CAN take vacation even as a solo practice owner and the tips and strategies to do so.

In this episode I review:

1. Know your numbers - Have a realistic idea of the income you will lose by taking vacation during certain months and plan accordingly, either by decreasing staff or adding extra clinic days.

2. Prepare by creating protocols for all foreseeable issues so staff know how to handle problems that will arise.

3. Establish communication details with your office - which methods and frequency

4. Trust in your team to do what you have trained them to do.

5. Create boundaries - Set time restrictions for yourself for how often you will check in.

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The dreaded to do list. Do you get get overwhelmed and stressed just looking at it? Is yours filled with 25 action items? Host, Dr. Rupa Wong, discusses why our brains like to do lists AND how to remove the overwhelm associated with them (especially during the holiday season!) while still being productive and effective.

In summary:

1. Follow the 1,3,5 rule to force prioritization

2. Use the Eisenhower matrix to eliminate and then delegate tasts

3. Choose an app you will actually use to coral your lists

4. Break down the big tasks into short, specific actionable strategies

5. Set time limits for tasks

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The path in medicine isn't always straight. And, if you're considering a transition to private practice ownership (or any life transition for that matter), then learning to pivot while maintaining sight of your core values is essential. Join host Dr. Rupa Wong as she talks with Dr. Natalie Crawford about her private practice journey.

Dr. Crawford is a successful reproductive endocrinologist and an expert in fertility education on social media with over 1 million downloads of her podcast 'As A Woman', over 135,000 followers on Instagram and almost 200,000 followers on Tiktok.

Pinnacle Conference Details (May 20-22, 2022, Dallas TX): We hope to see you there!

Registration is now open: www.pinnacleconference.org

To find Dr. Crawford

IG: www.instagram.com/nataliecrawfordmd

Website: www.nataliecrawfordmd.com

Youtube: www.youtube.com/nataliecrawfordmd

Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/nataliecrawfordmd

Podcast: As A Woman

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In medicine (as in many competitive fields), we are taught that resources are limited - there are a finite number of medical school seats, residency spots or patients available. We are graded on a curve and forced to compete with one another. Host, Dr. Rupa Wong, shares how she was entrenched in a scarcity mindset when she was setting up her practice and examines why this mindset doesn't serve us well.  She discusses 4 tips for switching to an abundance mindset instead.

Steven Covey's 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (must read for everyone!)

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"Have you ever found yourself frozen in place, overwhelmed by the thought of starting a new project or making a decision? Why is it that, despite knowing what we need to do, we so often find ourselves stuck, unable to take that first step? Is it the fear of failure, the pursuit of perfection, or perhaps the daunting task of navigating the unknown that holds us back?

We're peeling back the layers on why taking messy action feels so counterintuitive yet is crucial for our growth, productivity, and even our eye health. Join us as we explore the psychological hurdles and societal pressures that make starting seem so difficult, and discover actionable strategies to leap over these barriers into a world of imperfect action.

Whether you're a working professional, a multitasking parent, or anyone in between, get ready to learn how embracing the chaos can not only propel you forward but also bring a sense of relief and accomplishment to your daily life. Let's dive in and unravel the mystery behind the challenge of taking that first, messy step."

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The hundreds of decisions we make daily can take their toll on our mental energy and will power. We are faced with a myriad of choices and that burden can lead to overwhelm. Join host, Dr. Rupa Wong as she explains her 5 strategies for reducing decision fatigue.

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Saying no gracefully is hard. At times, we say yes to requests for our time thoughtlessly because we don't have a system in place to handle this decision making process efficiently . Host, Dr. Rupa Wong explains how to systemize saying no, with 4 simple questions to ask yourself each time a request is made of you.

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Many of us pride ourselves in our ability to multi-task. It's like our super power. Host, Dr. Rupa Wong, discusses how letting go of her  multi-tasking nature at the office and home, has improved her effectiveness and efficiency.  Instead, she employs serial tasking and she reviews 4 tips for making that switch to boost your productivity.

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Can working women really have it all? Host, Dr. Rupa Wong is joined by guest, Ruby Gadelrab, CEO of MDisrupt and Former VP of Commercial Marketing at 23andme, as they examine this question. Ruby opens up about her difficult pregnancy and complicated course her newborn had in the NICU, while still juggling a high power position at 23andme. She shares her tips for making the conscious choices and sacrifices necessary to "have it all". Spoiler alert: Both think you can have it all, but just not at the same time.

Ruby Gadelrab on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubygadelrab/

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Failure has such a negative connotation for high achieving women. Join host, Dr. Rupa Wong, as she discusses why we need to stop avoiding failure and why we should embrace it instead. She opens up about her own educational and entrepreneurial failures and 4 questions to ask yourself when tackling failure so that you can use it as a foundation for future success.

Want to start tackling your daily to do list? Get my free PDF guide here: www.drrupawong.com/daily-checklist 

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Have trouble living in the moment? As busy, working moms, many of us struggle with living an intentional life while also staying present. Host, Dr. Rupa Wong interviews guest Dr. Faryal Michaud, a palliative care physician, who draws from her experiences of caring for patients at the end of their lives to embolden us to make the most of ours.

Listen to Dr. Faryal Michaud's Podcast 'Write Your Last Chapter'

And to learn more about Dr. Michaud's coaching program (which is  AMAZING): www.drfaryal.com

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Many of us who start our own private practices, whether in medicine, psychology, accounting, dentistry, etc, do not have MBAs or prior training in being a business owner and a boss.  In this episode, host Dr. Rupa Wong, physician and Managing Partner  of her 3 doctor ophthalmology practice shares her top 3 list - what she found intensely gratifying in being the boss and the most difficult aspects as well.

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Host, Dr. Rupa Wong is a surgeon, mom to 3 kids, co-founder of a women's medical conference and membership site, serves on the Board of Directors for 3 non-profit organizations and co-owns a boho chic mommy and me clothing line. How does she get it all done? This notion of doing it all - it's become a mantra in our lives - but it's actually not the most effective use of your time.

Instead, we need to be implementing Pareto's Principle aka The 80/20 Rule into our daily lives to discover what 20% of actions are creating 80% of the benefits.  

It's not about doing EVERYTHING.  It's about doing the right things.  The 20% things that push the needle forward in your business, your family and your life.

In this episode, you'll discover how to utilize the 80/20 Rule in your life.

***WANT TO LEARN WHAT'S HOLDING YOU BACK FROM MANAGING YOUR TIME EFFECTIVELY?*****

Take this 2-Minute Quiz to discover out your Time Management Avatar. And, I’ll hook you up with strategies to help you gain a sense of freedom and openness with your schedule.

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Host, Dr. Rupa Wong discusses why so many of us are uncomfortable with self promotion. In medicine, particularly, marketing used to be viewed with distrust. Times have changed, and in this episode you'll learn how to discuss your unique skill sets and talents to advance yourself professionally without alienating others.

Pinnacle Women in Medicine Conference: www.pinnacleconference.org

Megan Minns (the online marketing expert who advised us to shameless self promote): www.instagram.com/megan_minns

Always running out of time? Gain some clarity on your time management archetype in this quiz: www.drrupawong.com/quiz

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Sometimes the road can be isolating. In this episode, host Dr. Rupa Wong is joined by guest, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela Mehta.  She shares the struggles and obstacles she overcame when face with pregnancy discrimination in her job, as she started her own family.  Yet despite this, she was able to pivot and turn her career into something even more rewarding by starting her own concierge practice.

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TikTok:www.tiktok.com/dr.pamelamehta

Did you know there's a FREE, proven treatment to slow your child's nearsightedness? Outdoor time! As a pediatric ophthalmologist, and mom to 3 kids, this one lifestyle change can slow nearsightedness by as much as 23-50%!

In the episode, I'll review

• The science behind the protective benefit of outdoor time for all kids
• How much time your child should be spending outdoors
• What type of activities they should be doing outside for MAXIMUM benefit
• 3 actionable steps to implement into your family routine TODAY!

Ep 127: Myopia Management: Why Controlling Your Child's Glasses Prescription Is Important: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-good-to-see-you-insights-on-eye-health-productivity/id1569697237?i=1000642698057

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Host, Dr. Wong, share her own personal experiences recently of allowing the vocal minority access to her mental space.

You may find that the opinions of others affects you in ways you wish they didn't. Whether it causes you to second guess your own actions or lose sight of your goals, learning to set aside these naysayers is important for your own personal growth and development.

It takes practice and a clear understanding of your values to hold firm in your decisions.  Completely disregarding those around you is not the answer, but a careful systematic review of the power of those opinions is essential for ensuring you are remaining authentic to yourself.

In this episode, Dr. Wong discusses the 3 keys to moving past the need to please those around you (whether in person or online).

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How can we become negotiators? Negotiating strategies aren’t just for when you are negotiating your first job contract, they are also instrumental for when your priorities in your life change. These tips are essential in allowing you to job craft - alter your responsibilities at work in line with what’s important to you.

In this episode, I’m joined by attorney and mediator, Hope Bennett, who specializes in assisting women narrow the gender pay gap.  She shares her tips for effectively getting what you want at the negotiating table.

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Hope Bennett LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hope-bennett-625470a/

Pinnacle Women in Medicine Conference, May 20-22, 2022, Four Seasons, Dallas TX. This conference is for you if:

• You're a woman in medicine, trying to harmonize work and life
• The notion of perfectly imperfect resonates with you and you want to share and hear from women across all other specialties who believe in this also. 
• You're facing difficult decisions regarding work and family and no longer want to feel isolated or guilty. 
• You want to excel in your professional career and cultivate the ideal environment for success.

www.pinnacleconference.org

Dr. Rupa Wong, physician and mom of 3, shares 4 tips for managing the family calendar - whether you're single, married or have kids, you'll discover some key takeaways that will help you stay more organized.

Backstage Video Pass: www.drrupawong.com/calendar

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Host, Dr. Rupa Wong, interviews her mother, physician, Dr. Banu Krishnamurthy who immigrated to the U.S. in 1974.  They discuss her struggles as an immigrant physician and working mom, and how much has changed in the last 50 years for working women. She looks back on her career and personal choices and gives advice to her younger self.

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You might be experiencing burnout and not even realize it. Host Dr. Rupa Wong shares her experience, as a physician and practice owner, with the compassion fatigue that accompanies burnout. She also discusses 4 actionable strategies to take to help prevent you from reaching your emotional, physical and mental limits.

Join host Dr. Rupa Wong as she interviews Dr. Ruth Williams, past President of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and practicing physician for over 30 years.  They discuss recent statements made in the medical community that women physicians all want to prioritize family over work, leading to a doctor shortage. Work-life balance (or imbalance), the need to overexplain ourselves and whether working part time is feasible are addressed.

Practice owner, Dr. Rupa Wong, discusses closing her clinic back in March/April 2020 and the challenges and the unexpected joys she encountered during that time. 

Dr. Rupa Wong, examines the narrative of female competitiveness. Is it always true? She discusses the ways that high achieving women can lift each other up, instead of feeling threatened by another woman's success.

Practice owner, Dr Rupa Wong discusses the biggest business and personal mistake she almost made by not clarifying her mission and vision statements and utilizing them for decision making. 

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Many of us are in professions in which we are taught to be detail oriented and meticulous.  But, how do you translate those skills - those that make you a good doctor, therapist, accountant or attorney into being a good boss? Dr. Rupa Wong discusses how to resist the temptation to micromanage and why it's important to do so.

Why do we often find ourselves pushing for longer working hours? Is it the pursuit of success, or are there deeper societal and personal expectations at play? And think about this - why is there a sense of guilt associated with working less? Are we equating our self-worth with the amount of time we invest in our work?

Join me as I examine these questions together and explore how redefining our work ethic can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life. I'll discuss obstacles that are our in our way and work by Jeffrey Pfeffer and Alex Soojung-Kim Pang that will highlight why we may even become more productive if we do embrace this change.

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All too often, we pride ourselves on how much we can accomplish in a day.  How busy we are and how many things we have still left to do on our task list. It's a cult of busy, as we rush from appointment to appointment, activity to activity.  Dr. Wong discusses if this is really necessary and if there are alternatives to constant busyness, while still remaining productive.

In this episode, Dr. Wong discusses the Eisenhower Matrix and how it can apply to your personal and professional life.  Distinguishing that not all tasks are important for you to complete will free up more time for yourself to pursue those things that will help you make forward progress.

Free Fillable Matrix: www.drrupawong.com/matrix

The scariest decisions are ones in which you have to truly trust in yourself to get something done - but they also have the potential to be the most rewarding. Join host, Dr. Rupa Wong as she discusses her big move 13 years ago, leaving behind a prestigious salaried job to move 6000 miles away to start her own private practice.  She reviews actionable strategies to combat the obstacles holding you back from taking this leap of faith in yourself.